Vegetarian Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum)
Bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors, this Vegetarian Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum) offers a zesty twist on a classic Thai street food favorite. Perfectly suited for plant-based lifestyles, this salad combines crunchy shredded green papaya, crisp green beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a sweet-and-savory lime dressing made with palm sugar and soy sauce. Roasted peanuts add a delightful nuttiness to every bite, while a kick of bird's eye chili delivers an authentic spicy edge. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this refreshing salad is an ideal appetizer or side dish for any occasion. A satisfying mix of textures and bold flavors, this easy vegetarian recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Thailand.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium Green papaya
- 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 50 grams Green beans
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 pieces Bird's eye chili
- 1 medium Lime
- 1 tablespoon Palm sugar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Roasted peanuts
- 1 small Carrot
Directions
Step 1
Peel the green papaya, then use a julienne peeler or knife to cut it into thin strips. Place the shredded papaya in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the papaya.
Step 3
Trim the ends of the green beans, then cut them into 2-inch pieces. Blanch them in salted boiling water for about 1 minute, then transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and add to the mixing bowl.
Step 4
In a mortar and pestle, crush the garlic cloves and bird's eye chilies together until you have a rough paste. This will release their flavors.
Step 5
Cut the lime in half and squeeze its juice into the mortar, then add palm sugar and soy sauce. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the papaya mixture in the mixing bowl and toss until everything is well combined.
Step 7
Peel and julienne the carrot, then add it to the salad along with the roasted peanuts.
Step 8
Toss the salad gently again to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed. Adjust seasoning with additional soy sauce or lime juice to taste.
Step 9
Plate the Green Papaya Salad and serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or a flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (902g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 527.2 |
| Total Fat 16.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 726.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 95.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 51.9g | |
| Protein 15.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 209.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2056.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories